Kolkata Police summoned BJP leader Locket Chatterjee, Dr Kunal Sarkar, and Dr Subarna Goswami on Sunday for allegedly spreading misleading information and revealing the identity of the trainee doctor raped and murdered at RG Kar Medical College on August nine. The police accused Dr Sarkar and Dr Goswami of disseminating false details about the post-mortem report, while Chatterjee allegedly disclosed the victim's identity. Two cases have been registered. The situation remains tense as the individuals are expected at Lalbazar for questioning. A nationwide strike by the Indian Medical Association in protest of the incident ended today.

A nationwide strike was observed on Saturday, with doctors protesting the alleged rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College in Kolkata. The 24-hour agitation, called by the Indian Medical Association (IMA), saw participation from medical professionals across various states. The strike, which began at 6 am, aimed to demand justice for the victim and included calls for better working conditions and enhanced safety measures for healthcare professionals. Despite the strike, emergency services remained operational. Doctors also condemned the vandalism at RG Kar Medical College during the protests earlier this week.

Kolkata Police has banned gatherings of more than five people around R G Kar Medical College from August 18 to 24, following mass protests over the rape and murder of a trainee doctor. The ban includes areas surrounding Belgachia Road and Shyambazar, where tensions have been high. The police also prohibited carrying weapons or any activity disrupting public peace. The opposition criticized the decision, accusing the government of trying to suppress public dissent and curb protests. The situation remains tense as activists plan further demonstrations despite the restrictions.

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) will conduct a psychological assessment of Sanjay Roy, accused in the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College. This move follows a nationwide 24-hour strike by doctors, organized by the Indian Medical Association (IMA), demanding justice for the victim and the implementation of the Central Protection Act. Despite the strike, essential services remained open while Out Patient Departments (OPDs) were closed. The IMA has appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for intervention, amid growing outrage and calls for stricter laws to protect healthcare workers.

In response to the recent rape and murder of a doctor in Kolkata, the West Bengal government has launched the "Rattirer Sathi" programme to enhance safety for women working night shifts. The initiative includes CCTV coverage, women volunteers, mobile apps with police-linked alarms, and breathalyser checks at hospitals. Additional measures include night patrols at medical institutions, visible identity cards for staff, and a 12-hour limit on shifts for women doctors. This launch comes as doctors across India protest the brutal incident and demand stronger protection laws. The Indian Medical Association has also urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi for intervention.

The father of the trainee doctor raped and murdered at Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College suspects his daughter may have been killed in another room and her body later moved to the seminar hall. He cites recent renovation work near the crime scene as a potential attempt to destroy evidence. The father has informed the CBI of police lapses and remains hopeful for justice. Meanwhile, the Calcutta High Court has questioned the timing of the renovations. The case has sparked widespread protests and allegations involving hospital staff, intensifying calls for accountability.

Asha Devi, the mother of Nirbhaya, has called for West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's resignation, accusing her of having "failed to handle the situation" surrounding the recent rape-murder of a trainee doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College. Speaking to PTI, Asha Devi criticized Banerjee for allegedly "diverting public attention" through protests instead of taking action against the culprits. The incident has drawn parallels to the 2012 Nirbhaya case, sparking nationwide outrage. Asha Devi emphasized that such crimes will "continue to happen" until governments ensure "swift punishment" for rapists.

Protests over the rape and murder of a woman doctor in Kolkata continue, with doctors and medical students demanding justice and the arrest of all culprits. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee announced the introduction of a shuttle service for women working night shifts and increased security at hospitals in response to the public outcry. Banerjee, however, accused some groups of spreading misinformation to mislead the public. BJP spokesperson Gaurav Bhatia criticized INDIA bloc leaders, calling them “political vultures” who only address crimes against women for political gain.

In Udaipur, Rajasthan, officials demolished the illegally constructed house of a boy accused of stabbing a classmate. The demolition, which occurred after the family removed their belongings, sparked minor clashes between locals and police. The accused, a class ten student, allegedly stabbed a peer at a government school, escalating communal tensions in the Madhuban area. Following the incident, Hindu right-wing groups set fire to cars and engaged in stone pelting. The city is on high alert, with prohibitory orders under Section 144 imposed to prevent large gatherings and further unrest.

The Central Government has proposed forming a committee to address safety concerns of striking doctors protesting the rape and murder of a trainee doctor in Kolkata. The Union Health Ministry, after meeting with medical associations in Delhi, urged doctors to end their strike, assuring them of swift action. The committee will include input from state governments and other stakeholders to improve the security of healthcare professionals. The strike, which halted most health services nationwide, highlights demands for better working conditions and protection against workplace violence. The Ministry emphasized the urgency, citing rising cases of Dengue and Malaria.